In a scintillating display of hard-court prowess, Serbian tennis sensation Olga Danilovic clinched her second career title at the Guangzhou Open on Sunday. The 23-year-old rising star swept past American qualifier Caroline Dolehide 6-3, 6-1 in a commanding performance to secure her first trophy of the 2024 season.
Danilovic Dominates on Hard Courts
While Danilovic’s previous WTA title came on the clay courts of Moscow back in 2018, the young Serbian proved she has the game to excel on faster surfaces as well. She grabbed an early break in the fifth game of the opening set and fended off a late surge from Dolehide to take a one-set lead.
Overcoming Distractions to Seal Victory
Despite a momentary lapse in concentration early in the second set, which saw her drop serve amidst some movement in the stands, Danilovic quickly regrouped. She reeled off four straight games to build a commanding 4-1 advantage.
“I’m so happy with the way I played during the tournament,” an elated Danilovic said after her triumph. “I’m so proud of myself and my team. I really showed what I can do. I’m very excited to be finishing the season this way.”
Showcasing Firepower and Composure
The Serbian unleashed a barrage of powerful shots to break Dolehide twice more, sealing the championship on her third match point with a blistering forehand winner followed by a booming serve.
“Olga was just too good today,” a gracious Dolehide admitted after the match. “She played some incredible tennis and fully deserved the title. I’ll take a lot of positives from this week and hope to build on this result.”
A Star on the Rise
Danilovic’s impressive run in Guangzhou is sure to boost her confidence as she aims to climb the WTA rankings. Currently sitting at World No. 86, the young Serbian has shown she has the game to compete with the best.
Her journey to the top has been steady if not spectacular so far. But with two titles now under her belt and a growing reputation as a player to watch, Danilovic looks poised to make even bigger waves in the seasons to come.
The Future Looks Bright
As the WTA Tour heads into its final stretch for 2024, Olga Danilovic’s name is one that fans and pundits alike will be keeping a close eye on. Her scintillating form and growing confidence suggest she could be a force to be reckoned with on any surface.
“This is just the beginning,” a determined Danilovic declared. “I’m going to keep working hard and pushing myself to get better. I know I have what it takes to compete at the highest level, and I’m excited to see what the future holds.”
With her second career title now secure and her hard-court credentials firmly established, Olga Danilovic looks set to take the tennis world by storm. As she continues to develop her already formidable game, it may not be long before we see the young Serbian lifting trophies at the sport’s biggest events.
